compete with

VERB

compare

Synonyms

STRONGEST

connect correlate equal link match relate

STRONG

allegorize approach assimilate balance equate parallel resemble standardize vie

WEAK

approximate to be in the same class as be on a par with bear comparison bring near come up to distinguish between draw parallel hold a candle to identify with make like notice similarities put alongside show correspondence stack up with tie up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disconnect imbalance

STRONG

differ disagree

VERB

emulate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

follow suit imitate mimic mirror

STRONG

challenge compete contend ditto do follow outvie rival

WEAK

contend with do like follow in footsteps follow the example of go like make like pattern after rivalize take after vie with

Antonyms

STRONG

neglect

Example Sentences

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The design-software company has struggled to convince investors that its pricing model and artificial-intelligence offerings are enough to compete with cheaper upstarts, and Bank of America’s Tal Liani isn’t optimistic that sentiment will change.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 7, 2026

The European Union has ramped up efforts to make the bloc's businesses better compete with US and Chinese rivals, fearing they will fall further behind.

From Barron's • Jul. 6, 2026

If you can compete with Southern Section teams, then you’ll do just fine against City Section opponents.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 5, 2026

Vancouver is covered by new government tax credits to try to help it compete with Hollywood and become a major movie hub.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

“We couldn’t even compete with granny’s old brooches going to auction.”

From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray

compete with

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